The 10 best cocktailbars in Hamburg
Culinary creativity meets mixology: the bar translates Kevin Fehling's three-star cuisine into cocktails. Classics are rethought, such as "Tom Kha Gai Milkpunch" (rum, Malibu and lemongrass), "Okinawa Shiso" (Lillet, yuzu liqueur and habanero) or the "Piquant Bastard" (white pepper, Worcestershire sauce and Tabasco).
Exclusive, stylish and world-famous as the birthplace of the Gin Basil Smash. Every detail is perfect here, where Jörg Meyer cultivates a stylish bar culture and loves twists on the finely composed drinks. Very special: the powerful mojito as "Queens Park Swizzle" and "Tarte Tatin" with rum, apple juice and egg white. Well done, lion!
The former office of founder Friedrich Haerlin offers cosy luxury over two floors with a view of the Alster. The classic art of bartending is celebrated here. Sit comfortably in the Rolls-Royce armchairs while Enrico Wilhelm and his team mix sophisticated drinks., or would you prefer one of the 70 whisk(e)ys and 25 gins?
Excellent ristorante, the bar is also buonissimo and serves outstanding drinks from aperitivo to nightcap. Signature drinks such as "Witches of London" with Strega and sloe gin, "Noblesse Oblige" with crème de cacao, truffles and gold flakes or "New York - New York" with bourbon and vanilla. Browsing through the bar book is a pleasure.
The team continues the legacy of legendary bar chef Uwe Christiansen and mixes great drinks and cocktails. The classics are explained in detail and with anecdotes on the detailed menu. Exciting category: Forgotten cocktails such as the "East India" with cognac, blackberry, angostura, orange curaçao and maraschino.
Marvellous panorama of Hamburg and spectacular Alster terrace on the sixth floor. The fine Champagne creations and sophisticated drinks are a perfect match. "Basilicous" with vodka, basil, elderflower or "Tipsy Summer" with cinnamon liqueur, yuzu, bitters. Nordic indulgence: "Tünn Dild Akvavit" with cucumber, lemon and egg white.
The highlight of the chic Hotel Tortue with its diverse gastronomic offering. At the centre of Bar Noir is the counter with heavy leather chairs and stylish lighting, and the drinks are no less impressive, with changing seasonal signature cocktails and variations of Negroni, Spritz, and Espresso Martini. After work on Thursdays there is a DJ.
It's not just about drinking here - it's about tasting, sipping and discovering. A series of mini cocktails focussing on tequila and mezcal with lots of attention to detail entice - how about the "Buttermilk Margarita" with agave and quince, "Red Flag" with strawberry liqueur, mint cordial and Aperol or "Death by Peanut" with chocolate liqueur and cream?.
Trendy bar on two levels in the former recording studio of the Absolute Beginners. Signatures with in-house "Clockers GIN" and "Clockers HERB", combined with raspberry spirit, beetroot spirit, sour mix and sugar in "Mrs Garfield". Unmistakably Hamburg with Franzbrötchen liquid in the "White Hamburger" and "Liquid Cinnamon".
Café, bar and distillery in the old marzipan factory in Bahrenfeld: coffee during the day, home-distilled gin and herbal liqueur from the in-house distillery in the evening. Signature drinks such as the "BBQ Pineapple Gimlet", "Banana Pancakes" or "Panna cotta Espresso Martini", classics such as gin and tonic. Always worth trying!